By Alec Fenn

The Argentine has been linked with a shock exit from Camp Nou after engaging in a war of words with vice-president Javier Faus - but the player's dad says he will stay at the club

Lionel Messi's father has dismissed suggestions his son could leave Barcelona following his public fall-out with a high profile figure within the club's hierarchy.

The four-time Ballon d'Or winner has accused the club's vice-president, Javier Faus, of knowing nothing about football and attempting to run the club like a business.

The criticism stemmed from earlier comments from Faus, who stated the Blaugrana were under no obligation to extend Messi's current deal or offer him a wage increase, as had been previously touted by president Sandro Rosell.

The war of words has led to fears amongst supporters that the Argentina star could walk away from Camp Nou, but the player's father is adamant his son will not depart Catalonia.

Jorge Messi told Ole: "The future of Lionel is in Barcelona. No one can doubt that Lionel is at Barcelona for the feeling he has for the club.